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DANCE UNIFORM

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At Oliver Brown Dance Academy we believe dance should be accessible, fun, and inclusive for everyone. That’s why we are not a dance school which has a really strict uniform policy for every class.

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For lots of our classes we just recommend wearing leggings and your OBDA t-shirt, or any sportswear to help keep things simple.​​

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While uniforms are optional to a point, they are required if your child would like to take an exam, as they are required by the exam boards, especially exams in the more regimented genres (Ballet, Tap, Modern, Contemporary & Acro).

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Wearing the suggested uniform has the following benefits:

  • It helps students feel part of the team.

  • Teachers can better see and guide movements/corrections when wearing the correct clothing.

  • It simplifies what to wear to class!

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Keep using what you already have- The new recommended uniforms are a little different to what they have been in the past. If you’ve already purchased a uniform previously, there’s no need to buy anything new, please continue to use what you have. When it’s time to update or replace, check out our new online store, where you’ll find our recommended items.

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To purchase any dance-specific uniform please follow this link: https://obs.mydancestore.co.uk/

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Any OBDA branded t-shirts/jackets are ordered directly with us, please send us an Email or a Facebook Message to order.

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The recommended uniforms for each class are as follows:

 

STREET, CHEER, JAZZ, MUSICAL THEATRE, STRETCH

  • OBDA t-shirt and shorts/leggings (recommended for exams)

  • Or any dance/exercise clothing

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BALLET

  • Royal blue leotard

  • Pink tights or socks

  • Black skirt

  • Pink ballet shoes

  • Black cardigan wrap (optional)
     

MODERN

  • Royal blue leotard

  • Black shorts or black leggings

  • Black cardigan wrap (optional)

  • Foot thongs (optional) or bare feet
     

TAP

  • Royal blue leotard

  • Black shorts or black leggings

  • Black cardigan wrap (optional)

  • Black tap shoes
     

ACRO

  • Royal blue leotard

  • Black shorts or black leggings

  • Bare feet
     

CONTEMPORARY

  • Any leotard, crop top, or tight t-shirt

  • Black shorts or black leggings

  • Any socks

  • Knee pads (optional)
     

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